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The 2015 Nissan Pathfinder is an all-rounder vehicle as it is equally capable in multiple situations. The powerful engine provides great performance while still providing great fuel economy among its competitors. Starting at a price of $29,500, it can reach up to $40,500 and above. Thus the Nissan Pathfinder competes with the likes of Chevrolet Traverse, Buick Enclave, and the Honda Pilot.Â
Priced at $29,510 for the base trim, theNissan Pathfinder faces competition with the Chevrolet Traverse, Buick Enclave, and the Honda Pilot. It offers a 3.5 Liter V6 engine coupled to a CVT transmission. The cabin feels nice and sturdy with comfortable seats for a relaxing seating position. Satellite radio and navigation systems are present but they make their presence on the higher-end trims. The Nissan Pathfinder is mainly known for its composed handling and great fuel economy.
The SV trim here is the most value for money option here. It features a 7-inch touchscreen system, Bluetooth, satellite radio, and many more for the price of $33,140. The base trim is light on features and misses out on few major necessities. So, we recommend you to go with the SV trim.
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The 2015 Nissan Pathfinder is an all-rounder vehicle as it is equally capable in multiple situations. The powerful engine provides great performance while still providing great fuel economy among its competitors. Starting at a price of $29,500, it can reach up to $40,500 and above. Thus the Nissan Pathfinder competes with the likes of Chevrolet Traverse, Buick Enclave, and the Honda Pilot.Â
Priced at $29,510 for the base trim, theNissan Pathfinder faces competition with the Chevrolet Traverse, Buick Enclave, and the Honda Pilot. It offers a 3.5 Liter V6 engine coupled to a CVT transmission. The cabin feels nice and sturdy with comfortable seats for a relaxing seating position. Satellite radio and navigation systems are present but they make their presence on the higher-end trims. The Nissan Pathfinder is mainly known for its composed handling and great fuel economy.
The 2015 Nissan Pathfinder SUV comes in 4 trims mainly. They are S, SV, SL, and Platinum. The S is the base trim and priced at $29,510, whereas the top-end Platinum trim comes at a price of $41,560. Since the SUV is available in four trims, the safety and comfort features are spread evenly across the trims.
Trim |
S |
SV |
SL |
Platinum |
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MSRP |
$29,510 |
$33,140 |
$36,210 |
$41,560 |
Key-features |
Keyless entry |
7-inch infotainment screen |
Features of SV, plus: |
Features of SL, plus: |
Tri-zone automatic controls |
Bluetooth |
Leather Upholstery |
8-inch touchscreen |
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USB Port |
Heated front seats |
Navigation System |
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Satellite Radio |
Power liftgate |
Ventilated seats |
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Rear-view camera |
Remote start |
Moon-roof |
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Parking Sensors |
Blind-spot monitoring |
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The SV trim here is the most value for money option here. It features a 7-inch touchscreen system, Bluetooth, satellite radio, and many more for the price of $33,140. The base trim is light on features and misses out on few major necessities. So, we recommend you to go with the SV trim.
The 2015 Nissan Pathfinder is powered by a 3.5 Liter V6 engine. The engine delivers 260 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque. The CVT transmission knows its job and is responsible for the shifting needs of the car.
Though it is a V6 engine, it offers a front-wheel-drive layout. The suspension system in the Pathfinder is so tuned as to absorb the heaviest of bumps and jerks with ease.
Model |
Nissan Pathfinder S |
Chevrolet Traverse LS |
Buick Enclave Convenience |
Honda Pilot LX |
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MSRP |
$29,510 |
$30,995 |
$39,050 |
$29,870 |
Engine |
3.5 Liter V6 |
3.6 Liter V6 |
3.6 Liter V6 |
3.5 Liter V6 |
Drivetrain |
Front-Wheel Drive |
Front-Wheel Drive |
Front-Wheel Drive |
Front-Wheel Drive |
Transmission |
Continuously variable-speed automatic |
6-speed shiftable automatic |
6-speed shiftable automatic |
5-speed automatic |
Power |
260 hp @ 6400 rpm |
281 hp @ 6300 rpm |
288 hp @ 6300 rpm |
250 hp @ 5700 rpm |
Torque |
240 ft-lbs. @ 4400 rpm |
266 ft-lbs. @ 3400 rpm |
270 ft-lbs. @ 3400 rpm |
253 ft-lbs. @ 4800 rpm |
Top Speed (mph) |
140 mph |
130 mph |
N/A |
130 mph |
All the cars in this segment offer a V6 engine, so each one will be nearly identical in power to the other. However, it is theBuick Enclave that outsmarts the others because of its highest horsepower rating of 288 hp, which is the highest in the segment. The Nissan Pathfinder holds the first position for the highest top speed of 140mph.
The 2015 Nissan Pathfinder delivers an efficiency of 20 mpg in the city, 27 mpg on the highway, and 23 mpg combined. This reading holds true for the front-wheel-drive, while you can expect a marginal decrease in figures in the All-Wheel Drive layout. Though the Nissan Pathfinder comes equipped with a V6 powertrain, it offers superior mileage figures.
Model |
Nissan Pathfinder S |
Chevrolet Traverse LS |
Buick Enclave Convenience |
Honda Pilot LX |
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MPG (City) (mpg) |
20 |
17 |
17 |
18 |
MPG (Highway) (mpg) |
27 |
24 |
24 |
25 |
MPG (Combined) (mpg) |
23 |
19 |
19 |
21 |
Fuel Capacity (gallon) |
19.5 gal |
22.0 gal |
22.0 gal |
21.0 gal |
Range (City/Hwy) |
390/527 |
374/528 |
374/528 |
378/525 |
The 2015 Nissan Pathfinder is the most fuel-efficient in the segment as can be seen from the chart. All the rivals offer a similar engine but could not compete with the Nissan in terms of overall efficiency. Second to the Nissan is theHondaPilot, which offers slightly lesser mileage than the Nissan.
A clean interior made in a simplistic way is what you can see when you go inside the cabin of the Nissan Pathfinder. It houses a total capacity of 7 passengers inside the cabin.
The cabin is well built and is made of good quality materials. The first and second rows of seats are comfortable and supportive.
Model |
Nissan Pathfinder S |
Chevrolet Traverse LS |
Buick Enclave Convenience |
Honda Pilot LX |
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Seating Capacity |
7 |
8 |
7 |
8 |
Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
41.4/60.7/42.3 |
40.4/61.5/41.3 |
40.4/61.6/41.3 |
40.0/61.5/41.4 |
Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
38.5/60.4/41.7 |
39.4/61.0/36.8 |
39.4/61.3/36.8 |
39.8/62.2/38.5 |
Cargo Capacity (cu-ft) |
16.0 cu. ft. |
24.4 cu. ft. |
23.3 cu. ft. |
18.0 cu. ft. |
The second row of seats can be folded into a 60/40 to allow entry to the third row of seats. The amount of legroom present in the third row of seats makes it more suitable for the kids. In terms of cargo capacity, theChevroletTraverse has the highest space. The Buick Enclave comes in the second position, followed by the Honda Pilot, and lastly the Nissan Pathfinder. Some of the interior features are:
The choice of infotainment system lies in the hands of the customer who is going to buy the specific model. There is an option to avail either a 7-inch or 8-inch display as per your requirement. The infotainment system is not the fastest or easy to use, but the menus are simple and understandable.
Other features include a DVD entertainment system, satellite radio, Bluetooth connectivity, USB-port, and a navigation system. The optional 8-inch display comes with a touchscreen function and with voice recognition. Some of the infotainment features are:
The Nissan Pathfinder looks exactly like a mid-size SUV. The front looks Nissan-ish, and you can mistake it for any other car. Both the base trim and top-end trim runs on 18-inch wheels with all-season tires.
There is a rear spoiler at the back underneath, which lies the rear defroster. With 7.0 inches of ground clearance, Nissan Pathfinder stands lowest to the ground.
Model |
Nissan Pathfinder S |
Chevrolet Traverse LS |
Buick Enclave Convenience |
Honda Pilot LX |
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Curb Weight (lbs) |
4260 lb. |
4647 lb. |
4724 lb. |
4299 lb. |
Length (in.) |
197.2 in. |
203.7 in. |
201.9 in. |
191.4 in. |
Width (in.) |
77.2 in. |
78.5 in. |
79.0 in. |
78.5 in. |
Height (in.) |
70.2 in. |
69.9 in. |
71.7 in. |
70.7 in. |
Ground Clearance (in.) |
7.0 in. |
7.2 in. |
7.6 in. |
N/A |
Wheelbase (in.) |
114.2 in. |
118.9 in. |
118.9 in. |
109.2 in. |
The Buick Enclave is the heaviest car in terms of curb weight. The second in line is the Chevrolet Traverse, followed by the Honda Pilot and the Nissan Pathfinder. The Buick Enclave also offers the highest ground clearance of 7.6 inches. Even in the wheelbase measurement, Pathfinder only manages to cross Honda Pilot. Some of the exterior features include:
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety(IIHS) has declared the Nissan Pathfinder a ‘Top Safety Pick’ vehicle. It is the second-best rating the organisation has in terms of overall safety. It has also received the highest score ‘Good’ in the major sections. Even the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) has crash-tested the vehicle, and it has received an overall rating of 5 out of 5-stars. Alongside the safety ratings, the car also comes equipped with a lot of safety features to keep it safeguarded. Some of the important safety features of the Nissan Pathfinder are:
The 2015 Nissan Pathfinder is not the very best mid-size SUV that you can buy, but it is a very practical one. The interior is nice and well made. Seats are comfortable, and there is an abundance of space. It is also very good in terms of efficiency. Also, the safety ratings of the car are top-notch. So, for the prize, it can be considered as a good choice.